December, 2019

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Community Colleges vs. State Schools: Which One Results in Higher Salaries?

Community College Review

A recent report found that graduates from Florida community colleges earned more than their state university counterparts. Learn more about the interesting results and their implications for your future earnings.

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Exams, Holidays, Then What?

Castleton Trio

In a few days, it will all be over. You’ll finish your finals, turn in any last papers, and go home. We hope you’ve had a good semester and wish you a relaxing break. You deserve it! We also hope you reflect a bit on the semester and think about the one ahead. Just as the New Year allows you to make a fresh start, a new semester gives you a clean slate.

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Finals Week: Survive, Thrive, and Celebrate!

Castleton Trio

It hardly seems possible, but in just eleven days, the semester will be over. Chances are, you’re excited about break – and can’t wait until finals are behind you. After all, Exam Week means study sessions during which you cram for finals and churn out one capstone essay after another. Being nervous about the semester’s end is normal. But staying up all night to review notes and finish assignments isn’t healthy or effective.

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How Your Smartphone Can Help You Earn Better Grades at Community College

Community College Review

Your iPod can stream so much more than simply music! Learn about how you can view your community college lectures on your smartphone, using this small piece of technology to improve your grades and academic experience.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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How to Maintain Your Financial Aid

Community College Review

Are you still eligible for financial aid? Learn about the GPA and coursework requirements to ensure that you can maintain your financial aid every quarter or semester.

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Programs for Senior Citizens and Retirees at Community Colleges

Community College Review

Read about the increasing number of programs for senior citizens and retirees at community colleges.

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Middle Schoolers at Community Colleges: Why the Students are Getting Younger

Community College Review

Community colleges are now embracing middle school students! Learn about summer programs at community colleges that offer excellent learning opportunities for middle schoolers.

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Does Remedial Education Work for Community College Students?

Community College Review

Learn about the strong need for remedial education at community colleges nationwide, whether the programs really help students succeed, and how some community colleges are addressing the remedial education problem in light of recent budget cuts.

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Could a Career in Welding Technology Solidify Your Financial Future?

Community College Review

Whether you have technical or creative skills, a career in welding technology can be rewarding and lucrative. Learn how you can start a welding career right at your local community college.

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Happier Families Start at Community College Parenting Courses

Community College Review

Your local community college is an excellent resource for free parenting classes. Take advantage of the learning opportunities and give your baby the best start in life.

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Summer Waiting Lists: Are Students Bribing Others to Get into Full Classes?

Community College Review

As the demand for community college courses soars, could a black market for spots in classes arise? Learn about how students could be buying places in popular courses.

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Mastering Math: A Guide to Passing Your Community College Math Requirements

Community College Review

Learn about how to prepare for your community college's math placement exams, as well as excel in remedial math courses.

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Wealthier Students Taking Community College Path

Community College Review